Estes St & Laketon Ave Area
Surrounded by nature
88 homes for sale·Median $246K·Walkability 3.2/10·Schools 3.0/10
You know that feeling when you find a place that's been quietly perfect this whole time? That's what happens when you discover this waterfront pocket of Muskegon. With Muskegon Lake practically in your backyard and stunning water views that never get old, this is where you come when you want the lake life without the lake house prices. The locals here aren't just living near the water — they're living with it, whether that's watching sunsets from private decks, walking down to Pigeon Key Marina for morning coffee, or taking advantage of those boat slips that come with some of the condos.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Muskegon Lake within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Grand Trunk Boating Access Site: 6 min walk
- Lakeshore Trail: 14 min walk
$246K median
- 93 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,670/mo
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93 homes sold in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Grand Trunk Boating Access Site
0.8 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Muskegon Lake
0.2 mi
Median Sale · Houses
$235K
73 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$442K
20 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Grand Trunk Boating Access Site
0.8 mi
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 4/10
School District: Muskegon Public Schools of the City of
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Gordon Food Service
Lakeside Pizza Company
Marine Tap Room
+1 more
Grand Trunk Boating Access Site
+1 more
Playground in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area
Ruddiman Lagoon
Beach on Beach Street Rd
Lakeshore Trail
Waters Edge Fitness
Mercy Heath Pharmacy Glenside
Hackley Public Library
Jumpstart
Cinema Carousel
Crime in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Muskegon.
Muskegon crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Estes St & Laketon Ave Area home (around $246,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $44k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,636 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,636/mo | $43,632 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,884/mo | $50,234 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,967/mo | $52,442 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
28 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$487K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$140K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
2 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$265K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$132K
Median
Who actually lends in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Muskegon
Source: muskegon-mi.gov · unconfirmed
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$884/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,450 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City operates water filtration/distribution; wholesales to neighboring communities
City of Muskegon Department of Public Works
City sewage collection; treatment via Muskegon County wastewater system
Services for Muskegon · Source: muskegon-mi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Estes St & Laketon Ave Area are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(9)
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
Valy Vietnamese Oriental Food, Gifts & Market
Grocery Store
+6 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(7)
Restaurant
Geek Lounge
Fast Food
Fast Food
Restaurant
Restaurant
+2 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
School
Catholic Central High School
School
Pennsylvania School
School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Waters Edge Fitness
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(1)
Lakeshore Trail
Bike Path
💊 Pharmacies(7)
+4 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Jumpstart
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(2)
Hospital
Hospital
Frequently asked about Estes St & Laketon Ave Area
- What do homes cost in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area?
- The median home value in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area is about $246,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Estes St & Laketon Ave Area housing market?
- there are 88 homes for sale in Estes St & Laketon Ave Area right now, and 93 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Estes St & Laketon Ave Area?
- Estes St & Laketon Ave Area is served by Muskegon Public Schools of the City of. Its highest-rated assigned school is Muskegon High School (4/10).
- Is Estes St & Laketon Ave Area walkable?
- Estes St & Laketon Ave Area scores 3.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
